For those of you wondering what’s an extra special swimsuit, we’d like for you to close your eyes and imagine an out-of-this-world model. An off-the-shoulder top perhaps? A halter neck? A retro-inspired bathing suit? There are so many alternatives for these “Special swimsuits” that we wouldn’t know where to start! This summer, forget about your run-of-the-mill bathing suit and adopt an edgier look. Go wild and let your creativity be your guiding light. And if you need a bit of help, scroll through the Photo Gallery to view some of our best picks!

Cindy Menassa